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Monday, January 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Owensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Owensboro Times has released an updated list of weather-related closings and cancellations affecting schools, government buildings, businesses, and more, with ongoing updates provided. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ The Daviess County Emergency Management Agency will provide an emergency shelter at Owensboro Christian Church starting 5 p.m. January 5 due to the impending winter storm. The Owensboro Times
- ➤ Nearly 300 customers in Owensboro-Daviess County are experiencing power outages, with updates available through various utility services' online maps and text alert systems. The Owensboro Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Trooper Corey King advises staying home due to hazardous road conditions from ongoing snow and sleet in the Tri-State area. TriStateHomepage.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Owensboro man, Corey Mattingly, was arrested on over 60 counts related to the possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material following an investigation by the Internet Crimes Against Children task force. 14 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owensboro Catholic Schools announce a snow day closure on Monday, with no remote instruction, while Daviess County and Owensboro Public Schools confirm their return on Tuesday as initially scheduled. The Owensboro Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NWS has extended an Ice Storm Warning for southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri through Monday noon, predicting freezing drizzle followed by snow. The Owensboro Times
PERSONAL FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Auto insurance costs are expected to hit record highs ($2,101/year on average) in 2025—shop around now with Money’s Best Car Insurance list to find discounts in Owensboro and keep your premiums down. Money
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Daviess County's swimming team achieved fifth place out of 26 at the Best of the West competition, with notable victories in relay races and individual events despite missing team members. The Owensboro Times
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John Hartford Days Celebration at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The event celebrates the life and music of John Hartford with performances, discussions, and workshops featuring a lineup of renowned artists.
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John Hartford Days Celebration at Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame
The event features a weekend of festivities honoring John Hartford with performances, discussion panels, workshops, and film screenings by notable artists.
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Carden Super Spectacular Circus in Owensboro
The Carden Super Spectacular Circus offers a vibrant lineup of circus performances set to take place at the Owensboro Sportscenter.
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